Corbeil Cathedral, Romanesque cathedral in Corbeil-Essonnes, France
Corbeil Cathedral is built of granite and limestone with a slate roof. Its nave has pointed ribbed vaults from the 14th century, while the transept pillars and capitals are late 11th-century Romanesque. The 13th-century bell tower has a pointed-arch portal with layered arches and a tall traceried window.
The building dates from the 14th century and received official classification as a historical monument in 1840. It served as the cathedral seat for the Diocese of Évry-Corbeil-Essonnes from 1966 to 1995 before this role was transferred elsewhere.
The dedication to Saint Spire comes from a corruption of Saint Exuperius, the first bishop of Bayeux, whose relics were brought here in 957. The church also holds a 14th-century marble recumbent effigy of Count Aymon I, classified as a historical monument in 1902, and a painting by Jean-Baptiste Mauzaisse depicting an exorcism by Bishop Exuperius, classified in 1907.
The building is located in the city center and is easily reached by walking through the old town area. Visitors can explore the interior and different rooms, though it remains an active religious site so entry conditions may vary.
The 14th-century marble recumbent effigy of Count Aymon I of Corbeil, who died in 957, is classified as a historical monument. A painting by Jean-Baptiste Mauzaisse showing an exorcism by Bishop Exuperius hangs in the church and has been listed since 1907.
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